City's progress, future reasons to be thankful

Garden Grove City Councilman Chris Phan COURTESY OF CITY OF GARDEN GROVE

Garden Grove is truly the jewel of Orange County. We should be so proud of our city.

When I walked throughout our city to campaign last year, I was so impressed with our diversity. We have people of all ethnicities, yet we respect and appreciate each other. We live harmoniously as neighbors and constantly strive to improve our city.

There is so much for us to be thankful for this holiday season. Our awesome city is coming out of a tough economy and looking forward to a brighter economic future. With the upcoming development of new luxury hotels, Garden Grove will attract tourists from all over the world while creating jobs for our citizens. Our unemployment rate is steadily decreasing, and new businesses are opening in our city.

Our city staff is responsive to the needs of our residents, and each day we are taking steps to better our city. We have a cohesive City Council made up of intelligent and independent members who always endeavor to make the best decisions for our city. I am very thankful and honored to be elected to our City Council.

On a personal note, I am most thankful to marry the love of my life this month. I met Cindy in January 2010 when I attended her brother's Navy officer commissioning ceremony. Our love grows with each passing day, and we look forward to starting our family very soon.

Cindy and I wish you all the very best health, wealth and happiness. Please remember to take care of yourself and each other during this festive season.

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours.

– Chris Phan is a Garden Grove resident and member of the Garden Grove City Council.

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